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Bus driver Review

at Go-Ahead London

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Driver

London

Review Submitted: January 2026

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
The apprenticeship with GoAhead has been great, firstly they help you to learn to drive a bus. They start you off in the school to get the therory part then they take you to your test. They are very supportive and they ensure you succeed with the apprenticeship. You also do drive as well as learn so you are able to learn and earn at the same time. Daily you will drive a bus in service and do learning of some days in the month.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The programe has been very enjoyable and i have been able to reach my full potencial here.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I am able to drive a bus, i have better communication skills and better customer service.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The structure is very well planned and easy to follow. They also help accommodate your needs of its possible
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
They are very supportive when you ask them for help.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
They help as much as you need, i didnt need so much but they made sure i was on task and on time and helped me get there
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am able to do the job better and enjoy it more. My skills have been developed more and i am more confident in my job now
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are some things outside of work but i do not currently participate

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Go-Ahead London to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are so helpful when you need it, they pay you while you work and the people and community here is very nice.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Go-Ahead London?
Its not going to be easy but its as hard as you make it. They help you along the way just make sure you follow what they say and you will be helped through
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